*As of Jul 31, 4 AM local time.*
Extreme Heat Underway
A Heat Advisory is currently in effect for Gunter, Texas, signaling dangerous levels of heat that can lead to heat-related illnesses. The advisory remains active until the evening hours on July 31. Residents should take immediate precautions as temperatures climb significantly above normal for this time of year.
Current conditions reflect the intensity of the heat wave. As of Friday overnight, the air temperature stands at 82F, but the combination of heat and moisture makes it feel like 86F. The relative humidity is at 67%, with a dew point of 70F, indicating quite humid air that hinders the body's ability to cool itself naturally.
Winds are blowing from the south at 9 mph, with gusts reaching 17 mph, while the sky remains clear.
Forecast for Today and Tomorrow
Today will be intensely hot and sunny. The high is expected to reach near 103F, creating a low of around 80F later in the day. The National Weather Service reports heat index values as high as 113 during peak afternoon hours. Southwest winds will hover around 10 mph. There is only a 2% chance of precipitation, so skies will remain clear and dry.
Tonight, conditions will stay clear initially with temperatures rising to around 82F before settling near the low of 80F. South winds will continue around 10 mph. However, there is a distinct change in the forecast for later in the night.
Between 10pm and 1am, a chance of showers and thunderstorms is expected. Skies will become partly cloudy during this window, with heat index values dropping to around 110. Winds will shift to southwest at 5 to 10 mph.
